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Harrisburg University Highlights Immersive Tech at J-DAMMIT 2024

www.harrisburgu.edu/news/2024-09-13-j-dammit-ar-vr-xr-immersive-technology-demos/

HARRISBURG, PA – Harrisburg University of Science and Technology (HU) and its Center for Advanced Manufacturing and Materials (STORMWERX), along with...

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HU Welcomes Cohorts of Exercise Science Students for On-Campus Experiences

www.harrisburgu.edu/news/2024-09-08-hu-welcomes-exercise-science-students-to-campus/

“I’m now ready to embark on a new chapter of my career growth and pursue my DPT.” – Exercise Science...

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Faculty Friday: Meet Allison Harris, PT, DPT, CCS: One of HU’s Newest Doctors of Physical Therapy

www.harrisburgu.edu/news/2024-09-06-faculty-friday-allison-harris-dpt/

HARRISBURG, PA – Harrisburg University of Science and Technology (HU) is pleased to welcome Allison Harris, PT, DPT, CCS, a new face...

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Harrisburg University Kicks Off 20th Year of Classes

www.harrisburgu.edu/news/2024-09-05-harrisburg-university-kicks-off-20th-year-of-classes/

HARRISBURG, PA – Following a busy Move-In Week for students and their families, August 26 marked the first day of classes...

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Harrisburg University Research Roundup: August 2024

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HARRISBURG, PA – Welcome to your August 2024 Harrisburg University of Science and Technology (HU) Research Roundup! Our talented faculty have...

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Meet Kevin Purcell, PhD, Harrisburg University’s New Provost and Chief Academic Officer

www.harrisburgu.edu/news/2024-08-29-harrisburg-university-new-provost-kevin-purcell/

HARRISBURG, PA – Harrisburg University of Science and Technology (HU) announces its next Provost and Chief Academic Officer, Kevin M. Purcell, PhD....

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Girls Action Network (GAN) Partners with Harrisburg University and STEM-UP Network to Empower the Next Generation of Women in STEM

www.harrisburgu.edu/news/2024-08-28-harrisburg-university-partners-with-girls-action-network/

HARRISBURG, PA – Girls Action Network (GAN) – a nonprofit dedicated to helping girls, particularly from underrepresented communities, thrive in the...

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Harrisburg University’s Professional Development IT Board of Advisors Welcomes New Member Christopher J. DeFlitch, MD

www.harrisburgu.edu/news/harrisburg-university-it-board-of-advisors-new-member-christopher-deflitch/

HARRISBURG, PA – Harrisburg University of Science and Technology (HU) extends a warm welcome to Christopher J. DeFlitch, MD, as he...

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Harrisburg University and Urban Youth Racing School: Partnering Towards Unique Student Experiences and New Scholarships

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Harrisburg, PA – Harrisburg University of Science and Technology (HU) and Urban Youth Racing School (UYRS) have been on a...

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Steelton-Highspire Students Begin School Year with New Hands-on Learning Opportunities

www.harrisburgu.edu/news/steelton-highspire-new-school-year-hu-aquaponics-greenhouse/

HARRISBURG, PA – Today marked the first day of classes this academic year for the Steelton-Highspire School District. Students and families...

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Harrisburg University to Host Inaugural Board Game Playtest Event

www.harrisburgu.edu/news/harrisburg-university-hosting-inaugural-playtest-hu-board-game-event/

HARRISBURG, PA – Harrisburg University of Science and Technology (HU) will host board gaming professionals and enthusiasts at the first annual Playtest...

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J-DAMMIT 2024: What Is It and Who Will Be There?

www.harrisburgu.edu/news/j-dammit-2024-what-is-it-and-who-will-be-there/

HARRISBURG, PA – In September, Harrisburg University of Science and Technology (HU) and its Center for Advanced Manufacturing and Materials, STORMWERX,...

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Harrisburg University’s Charles Brumlik, PhD, Named a 2024 Fellow by the American Chemical Society (ACS)

www.harrisburgu.edu/news/harrisburg-university-professor-charles-brumlik-2024-american-chemical-society-fellow/

HARRISBURG, PA – The American Chemical Society (ACS) has added 37 new names to its roster of ACS Fellows in 2024,...

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Harrisburg University Professor Albert Sarvis Talks Effort to Ban Chinese Consumer Drones in US

www.harrisburgu.edu/news/harrisburg-university-professor-albert-sarvis-talks-ban-chinese-consumer-drones/

HARRISBURG, PA – On August 7, Albert Sarvis, Associate Professor of Geospatial Technology at Harrisburg University (HU), sat down with abc27’s...

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Harrisburg University and the Technology Council of Central Pennsylvania Host 2024 PA TechCon on August 15

www.harrisburgu.edu/news/harrisburg-university-hosting-2024-pa-techcon-on-august-15/

HARRISBURG, PA – Harrisburg University of Science and Technology (HU) will again host PA TechCon, an annual technology conference. Organized by...

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Introducing the Harrisburg University Advisory Board on Data Analytics

www.harrisburgu.edu/news/harrisburg-university-new-data-analytics-advisory-board/

HARRISBURG, PA – Did you know Harrisburg University of Science and Technology (HU) has an Advisory Board for its Master of Science...

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Examining the Impact of Record Summer Heat in Central PA

www.harrisburgu.edu/news/examining-the-impact-of-summertime-record-heat-in-central-pa/

HARRISBURG, PA – Last month was the fifth-hottest July in Pennsylvania’s recorded history, according to climate scientists. Anthropogenic climate change...

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HU Signs Agreement to Provide Tuition Discounts to Commonwealth of Pennsylvania (COPA) Employees and Dependents

www.harrisburgu.edu/news/hu-announces-tuition-discount-for-commonwealth-of-pennsylvania-employees/

Harrisburg, PA – Harrisburg University of Science and Technology (HU) is pleased to announce the signing of an agreement with the...

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AI and the Human Touch: Mastering the Balance in Customer Service

www.harrisburgu.edu/news/ai-and-the-human-touch-mastering-the-balance-in-customer-service/

HARRISBURG, PA – In today’s rapidly changing economic landscape, customer service has had to adapt to meet the shifting expectations...

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Harrisburg University Unveils Transportation Program with Uber to Support Commuting Students

www.harrisburgu.edu/news/harrisburg-university-unveils-transportation-program-with-uber/

HARRISBURG, PA – Harrisburg University of Science and Technology (HU) is excited to announce the Transportation Program with Uber, a new...

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It’s National Intern Day 2024! Here’s How Interns Bring Incredible Value to Organizations – Including HU

www.harrisburgu.edu/news/national-intern-day-2024/

Harrisburg, PA – Happy National Intern Day 2024! Have you taken a moment to thank an intern at your company or...

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Harrisburg University Research Roundup: July 2024

www.harrisburgu.edu/news/harrisburg-university-research-roundup-july-2024/

Harrisburg, PA – Welcome to your July 2024 Harrisburg University of Science and Technology (HU) Research Roundup! Our talented students and...

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HU Welcomes Outstanding Scholars at New Student Orientations and Grad Student Executive Weekends

www.harrisburgu.edu/news/hu-new-student-orientations-grad-student-executive-weekends/

Harrisburg, PA – It might be the dog days of summer, with record-breaking heat punctuated by – hopefully – a trip...

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Harrisburg University Announces New Additions to Professional Development IT Board of Advisors

www.harrisburgu.edu/news/harrisburg-university-announces-new-additions-to-professional-development-it-board-of-advisors/

HARRISBURG, PA – Harrisburg University of Science and Technology (HU) is pleased to announce the addition of Kevin Switala to our...

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Harrisburg University Nominated for 7 National Association of Collegiate Esports (NACE) Awards

www.harrisburgu.edu/news/nace-awards-finalists-2024/

HARRISBURG, PA – Harrisburg University of Science and Technology (HU) is home to an award-winning varsity esports team, The HU Storm....